There are many aspects of elder law that affect older or disabled individuals. Attorneys who practice elder law advocate for and create legal plans to assist seniors, and their loved ones, in living better lives. Elder law may include planning for…
Your living will does not serve as a last will and testament for the distribution of your assets. Instead, it is a mechanism to communicate to your family and doctors how you want medical care conducted when you aren't able. Your…
Even if your insurance covers you, you might have to deal with major bills after a medical emergency. For example, suppose that you underwent emergency surgery for some reason. You scheduled it at a hospital that participated in your insurance network…
In the same way that banking and paying bills can become more challenging with age, accidents or sudden illness can cause incapacitation at any age, creating similar challenges. Incapacity is not just about mental cognition, accident, or illness. You may have…
When wills are drafted, they will address who receives your assets and properties after your death only if they are properly filled out. Your will names a personal representative (executor) who will carry out your directives. In addition to asset distribution,…
Planning for the future and considering financial matters can be a challenging and emotional experience. However, it is crucial to wisely manage your assets while aging and provide for the family members who will survive you. Your elder law attorney knows…
The Internet of Things (IoT) has become a part of our daily lives, making it more imperative than ever to identify and manage the digital property you own. We've progressed well beyond emailing family or connecting with friends over social…
The practice of estate planning is evolving due to changing family structures. Until thirty years ago, a traditional family consisted of a husband and wife who would marry young, buy a home, have children, and strive toward financial stability and…
Most of us have heard of trusts from the perspective of a beneficiary of one. Some may believe that only wealthy people use them, but they are common and useful tools when creating estate plans of all sizes. Managing and…
There are some criteria to understand, whether you need to appoint someone to act as your estate's representative (executor) or you have been chosen as one and you accept this responsibility. The most important is the complexity and the order…